Kim Steinmetz (born December 22, 1957) is an American former professional Women's Tennis Association (WTA) player. She was born and raised in St. Louis, Missouri.[1][2] She retired from professional tennis in 1989.
| Country (sports) |  United States |
|---|---|
| Born | December 22, 1957 St. Louis, Missouri |
| Singles | |
| Grand Slam singles results | |
| Australian Open | 1R (1981, 1988) |
| French Open | 3R (1982) |
| Wimbledon | 3R (1984) |
| US Open | 2R (1982, 1983, 1988) |
| Doubles | |
| Grand Slam doubles results | |
| Australian Open | 1R (1984, 1985, 1988) |
| French Open | 2R (1982, 1983, 1986) |
| Wimbledon | 2R (1987, 1989) |
| US Open | 1R (1981, 1982, 1984, 1985, 1986, 1987) |
Career highlights
editSteinmetz competed in over 26 Grand Slam (tennis) tournaments over her 10-year tennis career.[2]
Steinmetz' victory over Natasha Zvereva in the 1988 U.S. Open is often cited as her greatest victory. Following her win over Zvereva, Steinmetz lost to Arantxa Sánchez Vicario.[2][1]
Post career
editFollowing her retirement from professional tennis, Steinmetz began teaching in 1990. She is currently the tennis director at the Missouri Athletic Club.[1]
Earnings
editSteinmetz' career earnings on the professional tour totaled $90,856.[3]
References
editExternal links
edit- Kim Steinmetz at the Women's Tennis Association
- Kim Steinmetz at the International Tennis Federation
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